FULLERTON

Running feat: Cal State Fullerton alumnus Mark Covert has completed the feat of running at least a mile a day for the past 45 years. A track coach at Antelope Valley College, Covert covered more than 151,000 miles over 16,437 days, according to a Cal State Fullerton statement. He started the streak on July 3, 1968, and ended it July 23.

Lou Ponsi, 714-704-3730

lponsi@ocregister.com

GARDEN GROVE

Reimagining downtown: The Planning Commission will hold a joint study session with the Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission on Thursday to discuss a proposal to update the city's downtown area on Euclid Street. The 6:30 p.m. meeting will be in the Founder's Room at 11300 Stanford Ave.

Douglas Morino, 714-704-3719

dmorino@ocregister.com

HUNTINGTON BEACH

City bids: The city is soliciting bids for three projects or programs. Huntington Beach is looking for a company to install storm drain security grating, provide property tax auditing services and auditing services. Bid solicits and updates on a contract's status are on the city's website at
surfcity-hb.org.

Jaimee Lynn Fletcher,

714-796-7953

jfletcher@ocregister.com

IRVINE

Ballet company: The Maple Youth Ballet was admitted to Regional Dance America, a nationwide group of elite companies. The 6-year-old Irvine nonprofit, which trains dancers pursuing a career in ballet, was the only Orange County company accepted into the fold. Information: 949-660-9930 or
mapleconservatory.com.

Lauren Jow, 714-796-7944 ljow@ocregister.com

LAGUNA NIGUEL

Jackie Robinson: As Laguna Niguel's SCP Auctions opened its online summer sale, the sports memorabilia house also announced plans to sell a rare collection of Jackie Robinson pieces this fall. Some of the items – including a Brooklyn Dodgers team jacket and game-used bats – will be displayed in Chicago next week, and put up for sale in November. Information:
scpauctions.com.

Luke Ramseth, 949-492-0401

lramseth@ocregister.com

LAGUNA BEACH

Environmental committee: The environmental sustainability committee is meeting 6 p.m. Tuesday in the community room at Susi Q Senior and Community Center. The sustainability element is on the agenda for discussion. Information: 949-497-0390.

Joanna Clay, 949-492-5135

jclay@ocregister.com

LAGUNA WOODS

Water ballet: The 49th annual Aqua Follies featuring the Aquadettes synchronized swimming team is set for 8 p.m. Aug. 8-10 at the Clubhouse One pool. Swimmers ages 57-92 will perform choreographed routines to music, culminating in a patriotic finale. Cost is $5. Information: 949-588-2988.

Jennifer Karmarkar,

949-837-5200

jkarmarkar@ocregister.com

LA HABRA

Corn Festival: The 65th annual Corn Festival opens Friday at 5 p.m. at El Centro-Lions Park. The festival, held during the first weekend in August, has a number of contests for the community to participate in, including an apple pie baking contest, a corn-eating competition for adults and kids, and a dog-costume contest.

Chris Haire, 714-704-3707

chaire@ocregister.com

LAKE FOREST

Road work: Resurfacing work is set to begin today on Rockfield Boulevard between Lake Forest Drive and El Toro Road during the day, and at night on Lake Forest Drive from Dimension Drive to Rancho Parkway. Drivers should expect temporary lane closures through mid-September.

Sarah de Crescenzo, 949-454-7307

sdecrescenzo@ocregister.com

LA PALMA

Summer concert: The '80s new-wave band the Reflexx will play Saturday at 6:30 p.m. as part of La Palma's free Concerts in the Park series. The concert will be held at the Central Park Amphitheater. Guests are invited to relax, bring food and enjoy the music. Information: 714-690-3350.

Anders Howmann, 714-704-3754

ahowmann@ocregister.com

LAGUNA HILLS

Anniversary: The Wellington, an independent and assisted-living senior center, plans to host its 25th anniversary celebration Aug. 7 with showcases of music and dancing, billiards and more. Staff will hold raffles and a poolside barbecue. The center is at 24903 Moulton Parkway. Information: 949-458-2311.

Megan Nicolai, 949-454-7373

mnicolai@ocregister.com

LOS ALAMITOS

Schools credit upgraded: Credit rating agency Standard & Poor's upgraded the rating of a special district that manages Los Alamitos Unified School District's general obligation bonds. The credit is rated AA with a stable outlook, up from AA-, reflecting “very strong available general fund reserves,” an S& P analyst said.

Asher Klein, 714-796-2390

aklein@ocregister.com

MISSION VIEJO

Crossing guards: The City Council last week selected American Guard Services to provide crossing guards at 17 elementary and middle schools. All City Management Services, which has provided the services for nearly 20 years, lost its contract after objecting to its terms.

Mona Shadia, 949-454-7363

mshadia@ocregister.com

NEWPORT BEACH

Movie night: The Environmental Nature Center will feature a screening of the documentary “Last Call at the Oasis” at 7 p.m. Aug. 8 at 1601 E. 16th St. The film sheds light on the role water plays and effects on current water management systems. Information: 949-645-8489 or info@encenter.org.

Deepa Bharath, 714-796-7909

dbharath@ocregister.com

ORANGE

Back to school: Less than a month is left of summer break, so Orange Unified School District parents and students should start thinking of the new school year, officials said. Orientation information and other forms for students are available at
orangeusd.k12.ca.us. The first day of classes is Aug. 21.

Fermin Leal, 714-704-3773

fleal@ocregister.com

PLACENTIA

Miss Placentia: Applications are being accepted for Miss Placentia/Miss Yorba Linda 2014. No entrance fee is required. Contest participants must be between the ages of 17 and 24. The deadline to apply is Oct. 12. The winner will receive a $4,000 scholarship. Information:
missplacentiapageant.org.

Louis Casiano Jr., 714-704-3754

lcasiano@ocregister.com

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA

Parkway rehab: The city has completed the pavement rehabilitation project of Santa Margarita Parkway between Avenida de Las Flores and Buena Suerte. The final contract amount with All American Asphalt was $342,769.94, which is 8.1 percent lower than the initial estimate.

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